Medical Lab Technologist / Medical Lab Scientist

Medical Lab Technologist / Medical Lab Scientist

Location : Portland, OR

Duration : months with Possible Extension / Possible Contract to hire

Description :

Job Duties / Responsibilities :

Responsibilities are interchangeable within job titles of medical laboratory scientist (MLS), medical technologist or clinical laboratory scientist.

Work environment / department will be listed in requirement.

Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.

Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.

Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.

Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.

Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.

Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.

Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.

Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.

Assist with processing of specimens when needed.

Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Requirements : Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.

Minimum - years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required.

State Medical Technologist license may be required (will be listed in requirement if its needed).

ASCP or AMT certification is either preferred or required (will be listed in requirement if its required).

Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.

High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.

Med Tech- Generalist coag, hem,ua, etc

Education requirement : BSMT

Day to Day Responsibilities of this Position and Description of Project / Assignment :

Complex testing supporting core lab

What is the compelling story for the Suppliers on why their candidates would be interested in this role :

Opportunities within client, full time position, career advancement, and opportunities to learn.

Is this for and Medical Lab Technician year MLT degree or Medical Lab Scientist / Medical Technologist year BS or are you open to either : Technologist / MT / Medical Lab Scientist

Please confirm if ASCP or AMT certification is required. If required, are you open to eligible / registered candidates ASCP or AMT certified candidates required

Are you seeking a generalist proficient in testing in all Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation or are you seeking a Micro Lab worker with Molecular background : MT / MLS Generalist- Supporting Mostly Special Chemistry And Electrophoresis

What department will this technical position support : Micro lab, Core lab, DNA sequence, etc. CORE

Required Skills :

Previous generalist experience